Ivanhoe
by Stuart Orme
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Actor: Chris Barnes, David Barrass, Nick Brimble, Niven Boyd, Roger Ashton-GriffithsDirector: Stuart Orme
Cinematographer: Clive Tickner
Editor: David Yardley
Producer: Jeremy Gwilt
Producer: Kevan Van Thompson
Writer: Deborah Cook
Writer: Sir Walter Scott
Edition: VHS Tape
Audio: English (Original Language), Analog
Format: Box set, Closed-captioned, Color, NTSC
Running Time: 270 minutes
Release Date: 2002-04-23
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Publisher: A & E Home Video
Studio: A & E Home Video
VHS Movie Reviews of Ivanhoe
Movie Review: Ivanhoe on DVD
Summary: 4 Stars
Sir Walter Scott's Ivanhoe
This BBC production of Ivanhoe was made in 1997 but I had not come across it before. It is billed as a faithful adaptation of Sir Walter Scott's novel and, on the whole this is true of the main events in the book, but a number of details have been changed presumably because of the different requirements for television productions. As far as I can tell this version is overly fond of tidying up loose ends by killing off a number of characters who actually survive in the book. However, the most surprising interpolation is the appearance of Eleanor of Acquitaine("by the wrath of God, queen of England") in the closing scenes, determined to knock some sense into her erring sons, Richard and John. The scene actually works well and, like the novel, this version is full of pageantry and non stop action but differs from it in an almost complete lack of chivalry, instead, portraying the clash between Norman and Saxon as a fight to the death with no quarter given. Depth of characterization is not to be expected in a medieval romance and, with the possible exception of Rebecca, Scott's characters are one dimensional. The great merit of this production is the way in which the actors are able to clothe these stereotypes in flesh and blood. Susan Lynch is a wonderful Rebecca, taking full advantage of the way in which the story revolves around her rather than Ivanhoe or Rowena to provide a convincing portrayal of a medieval damsel persecuted for her religion. Prince John is an out and out villain but Ralph Brown manages to invest him with a rather sinister charm , and I was intrigued to find Isaac of York (David Horovitch) portrayed as a shrewd businessman rather than just a moneylender. This is a very colourful production with striking camera shots such as the first view of Front de Boeuf's castle or the hanged man on a background of desolate countryside, both symbolic of Norman cruelty. There have been other sceen adaptations od Ivanhoe but this is the best that I have watched and does justice to the spirit if not always to the letter of the original.
Movie Review: Best script, best casting I have ever seen of Ivanhoe
Summary: 5 Stars
This is my all time favorite production of Ivanhoe. In this version, you do not encounter stick figures masquerading as characters. Ivanhoe is carefully delineated as is Cedric, the swineherd and for once the fool was not Ivanhoe's Squire! the usual collective "bad guys" of Hollywood productions gives way to three distinct personalities, and one of them has it in for Ivanhoe. Hollywood deserves to have their nose rubbed in their productions of previous Ivanhoes, like a naughty puppy. You can even understand the whys and wherefores of their motivation. It looks remarkably like a cast that is performing "De Bracy of the Knights Templar", or "Fool from Ivanhoe", or "Rebbecca and Ivanhoe", so clearly are they not just spear carriers in yet another tedious version of Ivanhoe. Glorious! The star of this production is the script, which is the most faithful to Sir Walter Scott's novel I have yet seen. You can see it all on screen.
If you have to do a report on Ivanhoe, as yet another novel for English Lit, you could do far worse than watch this film. Read the book after the film, and write a great report.
Movie Review: Great adaption
Summary: 5 Stars
This is a wonderful adaption of Ivanhoe. One feels a part of the drama. After watching the Hollywood version with Robert Taylor and Liz Taylor, I was a bit skeptical of purchasing this one. Once again A&E produced a wonderful movie based on great literature and stays fairly true to the story. Definitely worth your time and money.Movie Review: disappointing
Summary: 1 Stars
I had high hopes that this version would be true to the book, but I guess that is too much to ask in a movie. I have read and reread the novel, and this version strays in certain aspects. I was glad they included Gurth and Athelstane, but I did not appreciate their subplot of Ivanhoe trying to clear his name of treason, which is completely invention. The word that comes to mind for this version is "crude." I know that medieval life was probably very crude, but I do not appreciate seeing it on screen. Give me the idealized MGM version any day. Movie Review: Classic adventure
Summary: 5 Stars
I have always loved Ivanhoe from the time I first saw Robert Taylor's Hollywood extravaganza. However, after reading the book as a youth, I was glad to see this mini-series expound the story with greater detail and accuracy. I would highly recommend this adaptation to all lovers and students of the classics
Summary of Ivanhoe
"From the magnificent pageantry of knightly tournament to the whispered meetings of courtly lovers, Sir Walter Scott's epic IVANHOE has thrilled readers for generations. Now, this romantic masterpiece has been brought to life by A&E and the BBC. Set in the dark days after Richard the Lionheart returns to England, this sweeping saga follows the noble Saxon knight Wilfred of Ivanhoe as he battles the factions of the scheming Prince John. On his quest, Ivanhoe meets some of English folklore's most fabled figures-- including Robin Hood and the fearsome Black Knight--and discovers a romantic passion that will forever divide his heart."This grand six-part adaptation of Sir Walter Scott's rousing adventure of the Middle Ages makes the most of its generous running time. In the course of five hours, director Stuart Orme tells the epic tale of the idealistic young knight Ivanhoe (Steven Waddington) and his battle against the evil Templar Bois-Guilbert (Ciar?n Hinds, whose thoughtful performance gives his dark character a compelling dimension). Caught between the rivalries and religious struggles are Ivanhoe's betrothed Rowena (Victoria Smurfit) and the brave, beautiful Jewess healer Rebecca (Susan Lynch), who wins Ivanhoe's heart with her courage. Set against the historical backdrop of a Britain straining under the corrupt rule of Prince John while Richard the Lionhearted fights in the Crusades, director Stuart Orme makes up for a small budget (the crowd scenes are somewhat skimpy) with sweep, scale, and the lush green British countryside of verdant forests and rolling hills, where ancient castles still stand. While this production can't compete with the majesty of the gorgeous 1952 Hollywood production, Orme creates his own vision in which Merrye Olde England is grounded in earthy colors, creating a country of both sunny fields and dark, dangerous timberlands, open sunlit courts, and cramped candlelit inns. The uniformly superb cast etches vivid characters and the length allows the novel's rich array of subplots to play out (including appearances by Robin Hood and his men and the Black Knight) and slowly wind together for the exciting conclusion. --Sean Axmaker
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